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Arkansas Traveler · Tomato

Zone 6a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Arkansas Traveler to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsMar 13th
Last FrostMay 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsJun 26th
Harvest BeginsSep 19th
Harvest EndsOct 10th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 60°F and nights stay above 50°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 8 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity85
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitIndeterminate
Support NeededStake
Planting DepthDeep
Germination Temp (°F)75
Min Soil Temp (°F)60
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)8
Expert Note: Start indoors about 7 weeks before your last spring frost, then wait until soil is truly warm (around 60°F+)—Arkansas Traveler is hardy, but cold soil early can still stunt tomatoes.